Porthleven in January
January is one of the best months for surfing at Porthleven.
Plan your trip to PorthlevenEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.9 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 10°C, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 10°C by day, 5°C at night
- Weather: 11 sunny days, 17 rainy days
PorthlevenEngland (Cornwall), United KingdomAdvanced only · 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ NQY 46 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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GuinchoPortugal · 1304 km away · water 15°C2.9 m waves3
Ericeira – Ribeira d'IlhasPortugal · 1275 km away · water 15°C3 m waves4
Costa da Caparica – Fonte da TelhaPortugal · 1317 km away · water 15°C2.8 m waves5
Peniche – BalealPortugal · 1232 km away · water 15°C3.2 m waves6
Peniche – SupertubosPortugal · 1235 km away · water 15°C3.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Porthleven?
January is one of the best months for surfing at Porthleven. Waves 2.9 m, water 10°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 10°C.
How warm is the water at Porthleven in January?
About 10°C: 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How big are the waves at Porthleven in January?
About 2.9 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Porthleven in January?
Around 10°C by day and 5°C at night, with about 11 sunny and 17 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Sagres (2.8 m waves), Guincho (2.9 m waves) & Ericeira – Ribeira d'Ilhas (3 m waves).